Gather your family and friends for one of Alberta’s favourite fall celebrations in Smoky Lake! On Friday – Kick off the Smoky Lake Pumpkin Fair by taking in the corn maze, midway and pumpkin showcase! On Saturday – Guests can take in the Show & Shine, showcasing incredible cars and trucks from across Alberta. Families will love the petting zoo and the excitement of the midway rides. Don’t miss browsing the Farmers Market & Artisan Market, filled with local goods …
With over 20 Historical Sites and museums, visitors can discover over 100 years of history through Provincial and National Historic Sites all over Smoky Lake County. Just south of Waskatenau, near the North Saskatchewan River, is the 58 km Victoria Trail, once an Indigenous trail leading to the Victoria Settlement. The Victoria Trail & Victoria Settlement have long been a focal part of the significant sites designated across the County. Victoria Trail is actually the oldest road in Alberta that is …
Last updated July 22, 2026 Take a day or weekend to check out these awesome roadside attractions! Every corner of the region offers something to woo travellers in pursuit of a selfie with an oddity of magnificent proportions. Get creative – you could be holding the World’s Largest Egg or taking a bite out of the World’s Largest Pyrogy! Start your engines! Follow our guide to see our favourite picks divided into three sections: Northeast of Edmonton, East of …
Go Northeast 2026 – Your Guide to the Roadtrip Sticker Stations Northeast Use this as your complete guide to areas North & Northeast of Edmonton on your 2026 Roadtrips! Don’t forget to post your photos on social media with the hashtags #GoRoadtrips2026 and tag us at @GoEastofEdmonton (Above image supplied by Lorna Lacre at Jurassic Forest) Highway 2 & 55 (Teal Section) Note: Hours to Sticker Stations are subject to change. Gibbons For a family-friendly outing, visit Jurassic Forest Park …
Autumn paints Smoky Lake in brilliant colours, making it the perfect season to visit the Pumpkin Capital of Alberta. To Learn more about the 2026 Smoky Lake Pumpkin Fair click here! Top Things to do in Smoky Lake Pumpkin Park – Take a stroll and check out the large famous concrete pumpkins up close! Iron Horse Trail – Adventure year-round on Alberta’s longest multi-trail system. With over 300km of trails that takes you through stunning scenery, it’s perfect for hiking, …
Use this as your complete guide to areas North & Northeast of Edmonton on your 2025 Roadtrips! Don’t forget to post your photos on social media with the hashtags #GoRoadtrips2025 and #GoEastofEdmonton2025 Highway 2 & 55 (Teal Section) Note: Hours to Sticker Stations are subject to change. Town of Gibbons Did you know that Gibbons was the first stop on the Athabasca Landing Trail? Visit the Gibbons Historic Museum, where you will explore well-preserved buildings filled with artifacts from the …
With all its beautiful bright colours, autumn is the perfect time to visit Smoky Lake, the pumpkin capital of Alberta. Top Things to do in Smoky Lake Pumpkin Park – Take a stroll and check out the large famous concrete pumpkins up close! Iron Horse Trail – Adventure year-round on Alberta’s longest multi-trail system. With over 300km of trails that takes you through stunning scenery, it’s perfect for hiking, biking, quadding, horseback riding, and snowmobiling. Smoky Lake Museum – Located on …
Use this as your complete guide to areas Northeast of Edmonton on your 2024 Roadtrips! Don’t forget to post your photos on social media with the hashtags #GoRoadtrips2024 and #GoEastofEdmonton (Above photo by Carol Benitez at the St. Paul UFO Landing Pad) Highway 2 & 55 (Teal Section) Note: Hours to Sticker Stations are subject to change. Town of Gibbons Did you know that Gibbons was the first stop on the Athabasca Landing Trail? Visit the Gibbons Historic Museum, where …
Adventures from Edmonton heading East along the North Saskatchewan River… In March 2024, the Governments of Canada and Alberta acknowledged the entire stretch of the North Saskatchewan River in Alberta as part of the Canadian Heritage Rivers System, a well-deserved honour. With a history spanning thousands of years, the river undoubtedly holds deep cultural significance to numerous Indigenous nations in the region and has played a significant role in the development of the entire province of Alberta. All the while, …
Did you know that you can explore our beautiful region in an Electric Vehicle (EV)?  The range of new EVs have been extending in recent years, with some now having ranges of 640 km (400 miles) or more. If your EV doesn’t quite have that range, you’re still in luck, as there are over 20 areas with recharging stations in our region. Tips for an EV Roadtrip External battery packs, similar in size to a jerry can, allow you to …
